Mary Medina

MS Anatomy, Loma Linda University

BS, Occupational Therapy, Loma Linda University

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WORK EXPERIENCE

Staff occupational therapist at Kaiser Permanente Hospital, Fontana, CA. Rehabilitation unit for 18 years. Specialization focus: strokes, spinal cord injury, multiple traumas, and brain injury. Research from 2004-2008: Loma Linda University, Perinatal Biology Department, School of Medicine, investigation in the innervation of the cervix before parturition.

SCHOLARSHIP AGENDA

Dr. Medina's scholarship of discovery throughout her history of research has extended into her scholarship of application through mentoring and advisement, and ultimately through her scholarship of teaching ~ as evidenced by her dedication as a full-time instructor for MSOT courses since 2008.  

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PUBLICATIONS

Kirby, M.A, Groves, M., Yellon, S. M. (2010). Retrograde tracing of spinal cord Connections to the cervix with pregnancy in mice. Reproduction: The Journal of the Society for Reproduction and Fertility, 139, 645-653.

Groves, M.M., Lechuga, T.J., Kirby, M.A., Yellon, S.M. (2007, November). Innervation of the Murine Cervix from the Thoracic-Lumbar Decrease with Pregnancy. Poster session at The Society for Neuroscience Conference 37th Annual Meeting, San Diego, CA. 

Groves, M.M., Lechuga, T.J., Kirby, M.A., Yellon, S.M. (2007, April). Innervation of the Murine Cervix from the Thoracic-Lumbar Decreased with Pregnancy.         

PEER REVIEWED PRESENTATIONS

Groves, M., (2013, March). Neurological Origins of Motor Movement.  Motor Control: Assessment and Intervention Strategies. In California State University Dominguez Hills, Occupational Therapy Association of California, CA.

Groves, M. (2012, June). Basic Upper Extremity Anatomy. EXSEED Program at Loma Linda University, CA.

Groves, M., (2012, April). Interactive Neuroanatomy Review. Presentation for 16th               Annual School of Allied Health Professions Alumni Homecoming Weekend, Loma Linda University, CA. 

Groves, M., (2004, March).  Shoulder Support Harness for the CVA Patient. Kaiser Permanente Splinting Workshop, Kaiser Fontana, CA.

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ABSTRACTS AND PRESENTATIONS

Poster presentation at Society for Neuroscience Conference 37th Annual Meeting, November 5, San Diego, CA “Innervation of the Murine Cervix from the Thoracic-Lumbar Decrease with Pregnancy”. 2007

Abstract published in press release for Society for Neuroscience Conference 37th Annual Meeting Control/Tracking Number: 2007-A101839-SfN, 5/10/2007,” Projections from the Spinal Cord to the Murine Cervix are Decreased with Pregnancy”, M.M. Groves, T.J. Lechuga, M.A. Kirby, S. M. Yellon. 2007.

Poster presenter at Loma Linda University 10th Annual Basic Science Symposium, “Innervation of the Murine Cervix from the Thoracic-Lumbar Decreased with Pregnancy” M.M. Groves, T.J. Lechuga, M.A. Kirby, S. M. Yellon. 2007.

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ADVANCE PROFESSIONAL EDUCATION

• Upper Extremity Anatomy Dissection Laboratory
• Cognitive Rehabilitation and the Brain Injured Patient.
• Cognitive Rehabilitation and the Brain Injured Patient.
• Spinal Cord Injuries: Issues and Advances, course
• Wheelchair Seating and Mobility for Individuals with Spinal Cord Injuries
• Soft Tissue Dysfunction: A Total Body Approach Basic and Intermediate
• Contemporary Strategies for the Treatment of Shoulder Disorders
• New Concepts in Clinical Management of Individuals with CNS Disorders
• Motor Control and Neuroplasticity
• Trigger Point, MyoFascial and Proprioceptive Training: Upper Quadrant,.
• Constraint-Induced Movement Therapy
• Resolving Shoulder Impairment and Improving Function for Adults with Hemiplegia.
• Ultrasound and Electrical Stimulation

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